Is parking readily available at the trailhead?

The small parking lot at the trailhead can fill up quickly, especially if arriving later in the morning. One visitor noted the lot was full by 8:00 a.m. on a Saturday, while another arrived just before 11 a.m. on a Tuesday and found it full but noted plenty of neighborhood parking was available. Another report from [August 3](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-03.152054570871) indicates parking was tight, with cars waiting by 11 a.m.

Are there any significant trail obstacles or hazards?

As of late August and throughout July and August, the trail has been reported in good condition with no snow. However, visitors should be aware of potential sanitation issues, as one report from [August 12](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-12.165529332886) detailed significant amounts of human waste and toilet paper found on the trail.

What kind of wildlife or interesting sights can be expected?

Several reports mention wildlife sightings, including a harbor seal and a bald eagle seen on [August 1](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-03.221723646554) and another eagle mentioned in [July 3](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-07-03.205309830041). The beach also offers opportunities to see trains on a busy railway line that runs along the shore, as noted on August 1.

Meadowdale Beach Park - Lunds Gulch

Q: What is the current state of the park's restrooms?

Reports from [August 25](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-25.123401450764), [August 3](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-03.152054570871), and August 2 consistently indicate that the park's toilets are overflowing. One visitor in August 12 described the port-a-potties as being literally overflowing with sewage and noted an instance of human waste and toilet paper left on the trail.

Puget Sound and Islands

updated 1 month ago

The trail at Meadowdale Beach Park - Lunds Gulch is in good condition with no snow reported as of late August. The road is suitable for all vehicles, and bugs were not a significant issue for visitors in late July and August, August 25. However, multiple reports from July and August mention that the park's toilets are frequently overflowing, and instances of human waste and toilet paper being left on the trail have been noted. Visitors arriving later in the morning might find the small parking lot full, though neighborhood parking is often available. The beach offers scenic driftwood and opportunities to see marine life and trains.

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What hikers ask about Meadowdale Beach Park - Lunds Gulch

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Reports from August 25, August 3, and August 2 consistently indicate that the park's toilets are overflowing. One visitor in August 12 described the port-a-potties as being literally overflowing with sewage and noted an instance of human waste and toilet paper left on the trail.